The World Health Organisation, WHO, on Monday said eating a healthy diet is important during the COVID-19 pandemic. WHO in a statement in Geneva explained that food and drink can affect the body\u2019s ability to prevent, fight and recover from infections, NAN reports. It said that no food or dietary supplements can prevent or cure
The World Health Organisation, WHO, on Monday said eating a healthy diet is important during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Good nutrition can also reduce the likelihood of developing other health problems, including obesity, heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer,” it said. The health agency gave tips for maintaining a healthy diet, stressing that consumption of a variety of food, including fruits and vegetables was nutritious.
WHO advised that moderate amounts of fats and oils should be eaten, saying that replacing butter, ghee and lard with healthier fats like olive, soy, sunflower or corn oil when cooking is safer. “Choose fresh fruits instead of sweet snacks such as cookies, cakes and chocolate. When other dessert options are chosen, ensure that they are low in sugar and consume small portions.
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